Miraculous Medal Pendant Necklace with Chain Silver-tone

The Miraculous Medal is a Catholic devotional item based on 1830 apparitions to St. Catherine Labouré, featuring Mary on a globe crushing a serpent. It represents Mary as Queen of Heaven, featuring rays of grace and the prayer "O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee".  Key Details and Symbolism: Front Image: Mary stands on a globe with rays coming from her hands, symbolizing the graces she bestows on those who ask, and crushes a serpent, representing victory over Satan. Back Symbolism: Features an "M" topped by a cross, surrounded by twelve stars, with the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary below. Significance: Also known as the Medal of the Immaculate Conception, it is believed to be a source of special protection and intercession, often worn by Catholics as a sign of faith. Origin: The design was requested by the Blessed Virgin Mary during an apparition to Saint Catherine Labouré in Paris in 1830.